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What does effacement refer to in the context of labor?
What does effacement refer to in the context of labor?
- Widening of the cervix
- Thinning of the cervix (correct)
- Shortening of labor duration
- Thickening of the cervix
How is the intensity of contractions described in the text?
How is the intensity of contractions described in the text?
- Subjective information from the mother
- Determines the baby's position
- Measured in millimeters
- Related to how strong the contraction is (correct)
What hormone stimulates uterine contractions during labor?
What hormone stimulates uterine contractions during labor?
- Testosterone
- Oxytocin (correct)
- Estrogen
- Progesterone
How are Braxton Hicks contractions differentiated from true labor contractions?
How are Braxton Hicks contractions differentiated from true labor contractions?
When does effacement usually occur in relation to dilation during labor?
When does effacement usually occur in relation to dilation during labor?
What is one way to monitor the frequency of contractions during labor?
What is one way to monitor the frequency of contractions during labor?
During the first stage of labor, which phase is characterized by regular contractions every 5-10 minutes, cervical dilation of 2cm, and 50% effacement?
During the first stage of labor, which phase is characterized by regular contractions every 5-10 minutes, cervical dilation of 2cm, and 50% effacement?
What is the term used for the irregular, intermittent contractions that are not progressive in effacement or dilation of the cervix?
What is the term used for the irregular, intermittent contractions that are not progressive in effacement or dilation of the cervix?
Which type of rupture of membranes occurs before the onset of labor and poses an increased risk of infection?
Which type of rupture of membranes occurs before the onset of labor and poses an increased risk of infection?
What physiological changes are characteristic of cervical ripening during the first stage of labor?
What physiological changes are characteristic of cervical ripening during the first stage of labor?
What defines the second stage of labor in terms of milestones?
What defines the second stage of labor in terms of milestones?
What is a common symptom during true contractions that differentiates them from other types of contractions?
What is a common symptom during true contractions that differentiates them from other types of contractions?
